Bio 24r - Burns Lake, Canada - BC Public Service

BC Public Service

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Burns Lake, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Posting Title- BIO 24R - Ecosystem Biologist- Position Classification- Biologist R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA

Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Salary Range $73, $84,134.34 annually, plus $36.53 biweekly isolation allowance for Smithers
Close Date 9/20/2023
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service > Water,Land,ResourceStewardship
Ministry Branch / Division
Land Use Planning, Policy and Ecosystems
Job Summary
Make a difference bringing your biological expertise to our Skeena team.

The Ministry of Land, Water and Resource Stewardship is accountable for integrated land and natural resource management, including objective setting for land and marine environments, effectively managing cumulative effects, and advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, environmental sustainability, and economic growth.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service.

We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more.

Job Requirements:

Undergraduate Degree or higher in biological sciences or equivalent (e.g., natural resource management, ecology, zoology, hydrology, forestry, etc) and 2 years of related experience
Registered (or immediately eligible) as a Registered Professional Biologist (RP Bio) in B.C. with the College of Applied Biology within six months of employment.
Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a Professional Biologist (RP Bio) with the College of Applied Biology within 6 months of appointment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be confirmed. If you are not currently registered, advise how you have confirmed with the CAB that you are immediately eligible.
2 years of Related Experience in each of the following, or a combination totalling 2 years:
Experience in conducting environmental monitoring and assessments.
Experience in fieldbased biological sampling, analysis and reporting.
Experience providing advice within a regulatory regime. Experience collaborating and/or consulting with First Nations on resource management issues.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

Willingness Statements
May require the operation of a variety of equipment.

Conducts field work which may include the following: travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Valid B.C. driver's licence.

Meet safety standards of Work Safe BC.

Ability to carry equipment and supplies in difficult terrain.

PROVISO

Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).

About this Position:

Position may be location any in BC Ministry of Forest or Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship office in Burns Lake, Smithers, or Terrace.

An eligibility list may be established for temporary or permanent positions.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens.

Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

How to Apply:

Cover Letter:
NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Questionnaire:

YES:

You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Additional Information:

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.